FA Cup recreation given morning kick-off time to appease TV chiefs with followers in uproar
The TV schedule for the FA Cup fourth spherical has been introduced and it is not sitting properly with followers.
For years, English supporters have accused broadcasters and competitors organisers of prioritising their very own wants over these of match-going followers, who are sometimes compelled to make convoluted journey plans at unreasonable hours to observe their groups in motion.
Among the video games being televised is West Brom vs Brentford or Wolves, which can happen on Sunday, January 28. But followers are in an uproar after noticing that the match is because of begin at 11:45am.
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A livid Brentford supporter posted on X: “Another tedious and thoughtless selection of television picks. Why is the West Brom game an 11:45 kick off? Not a care for match-going fans.”
Another fumed: “If Brentford beat Wolves that means fans have to race up to the Midlands for a morning kick-off. Absolutely grim.” A 3rd joked: “Getting the pyjamas out for that AM kick-off haha.”
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Elsewhere, Manchester City’s journey to Tottenham has been chosen for Friday, January 26, that means City followers might want to fly down the M1 instantly after work to face any probability of constructing the 8pm kick-off time.
“Seriously, what is the point in putting City vs Spurs on Friday? It takes four hours to drive without traffic, and 2.5 hours plus about £150 on the train. Outrageous choice. Just do it on Saturday you mugs,” one other fan moaned.
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The solely televised match not that includes a Premier League staff is Ipswich’s conflict with Maidstone United, whereas Manchester United’s tie with both Eastleigh or Newport County has been handed a clumsy 4.30pm kick-off on Sunday.
One X person identified: “No matter who wins between Eastleigh and Newport, United fans face a four-five hour drive home when the game finishes at around 7pm. Bet some of them won’t get back until Monday morning.”
